Tag: pedestrian

Newsroom

 Evening Commute Becomes More Dangerous as Daylight Saving Time Ends 

November 03, 2025. Mark Schieldrop

AAA urges drivers to stay alert amid sleep-schedule changes and darker driving conditions.

Newsroom

Pedestrian Detection Tech Has Improved Significantly, but Still Isn’t Foolproof

October 17, 2025. Mark Schieldrop

B-Roll available: AAA_PAEB Systems-Hi-Vis Clothes B-Roll (FINAL 10.2025) New research from AAA shows significant improvements in nighttime performance of pedestrian automatic emergency braking (PAEB) systems available in new cars, but the systems are still far from foolproof. The study, which followed up on earlier research by AAA, revealed nighttime performance of PAEB systems improved from…

Newsroom

U.S. Pedestrian Deaths on the Decline, but Still Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

October 10, 2025. Mark Schieldrop

AAA urges drivers to slow down and watch for walkers during National Pedestrian Safety Month.

Air Travel

TSA PreCheck Questions and Answers

July 08, 2025. Sarah Hopkins

Learn about the benefits of this expedited TSA screening service and how you can enroll at your local AAA branch.

European Tours

The Perfect Tuscany Road Trip

March 31, 2025. Leandra Beabout

From charming Renaissance villages to medieval walled hamlets, these are six can’t-miss stops for any journey through Tuscany.

Road Trips

The 11 Most Iconic Baseball Stadium Features

March 22, 2025. Andrew Sheldon

Don’t miss these signature elements and attractions at major league ballparks across the country.

Day Trips

Yankee Stadium Guide

March 01, 2025. AAA Staff

Watch the Bronx Bombers in action and take in the history and fan-fueled energy of Yankee Stadium.

Travel

Pedestrian Safety Crisis Worsens as Fatalities Rise 

February 13, 2025. Jillian Young

New AAA research finds fatal pedestrian crashes occur mostly at night on busy roads.

Cars & Trucks

Is It Illegal to Hang Things From Your Rearview Mirror?

January 31, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio

Bye-bye fuzzy dice? Eight U.S. states prohibit drivers from hanging objects from their rearview mirrors. Is yours one of them?

Cars & Trucks

The Safest Cars for Teens and New Drivers

September 06, 2024. AAA Staff

It’s all about safety when it comes to choosing a car for a new driver. Here are some of the top choices.

Budget-Wise

20 Things to Do in New York Under $20

July 31, 2024. Sarah Vincelette

Explore the state’s most budget-friendly activities.

Electric Vehicles

The Cheapest EVs of 2024

January 25, 2024. AAA Staff

Buying an electric vehicle doesn’t need to break the bank. The eight cheapest EVs of 2024 start at $27,000.

Cars & Trucks

5 Great Cars for Winter Driving

December 28, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

These cars are well-equipped to take on winter weather safely and in style.

Auto Insurance

Parking Lot Safety for the Holiday Season

November 16, 2023. AAA Staff

Hectic parking lots and holiday shopping go hand in hand. Stay safe with these tips. 

Auto History

The Rise and Fall of Car Hood Ornaments

August 31, 2023. Nicole Wakelin

What ever happened to car hood ornaments? Learn how the shiny auto adornments went from popular to obsolete.

Auto Insurance

What Is a Hit-and-Run?

August 28, 2023. Marisa Perjatel

Learn about the insurance implications of a hit-and-run crash and what to do if you are a victim.

Road Trips

Winter Road Trips in the Northeast

January 03, 2023. Andrew Sheldon

Five road trip destinations ideal for walking – and driving – in a winter wonderland.

Budget-Wise

8 Free Things to Do in New York

October 05, 2022. Molly Clark

Spend less on your next vacation or day outing in the Empire State with these free finds.

Travel

5 Ways to Soak Up Burlington’s Good Vibes

July 11, 2022. Dana Laverty

Here are some ways to take in all of Burlington’s culture, good eats and charming vibes.

Cars & Trucks

Traffic Fatalities Reach 16-Year High

May 25, 2022. Andrew Sheldon

Early estimates show nearly 43,000 people died in traffic crashes in 2021.